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Description: The American Bulldog is bred from working dogs and designed for catching livestock and protecting property. They are larger than their close relative the Olde English Bulldog. American Bulldogs are powerful, athletic, short coat, strongly muscled and well boned. Their head is large and broad with a wide muzzle and very powerful jaws! American Bulldogs generate the impression of great strength and endurance. They are wonderful guard dogs. A strong but loving owner is suggested. The American Bulldog is not for the weak or timid.
Type: Guardian Dog
Height: Females: 20-25 Inches; Males: 22-27 Inches
Weight: Females: 60-100 lbs.; Males: 75-125 lbs.
Colors: All white, Pied or up to 90% color; brindle or red patches, shades of tan, brown or red.
Temperament: American Bulldogs have the essential characteristics of the Bulldog which enabled it to work as a hog and cattle catching dog as well as a protector of personal property. These tasks require a powerful, agile and confident dog. The American Bulldog is a gentle, happy, loving, family companion who is fearless enough to face an angry bull or human intruder. They can be aloof with strangers, especially when they feel they haven't had the chance to meet them. They love children but might be unintentionally too rough with them and therefore should be supervised.
With Children: Yes. The American Bulldog is known for their love of children.
With Pets: Yes. The American Bulldog is good with other pets, when raised together and socialized. However, can be dominant with its own kind. American Bulldogs should generally only be housed with dogs of the opposite sex.
Watch Dog: High
Guard Dog: High
Care and Training: Brush coat with a firm bristle brush or a rubber mitt and bathe only when necessary. Bulldogs can not swim very well, but many enjoy the water. They need walks two to three times a week or a spring pole, however please watch for overexertion or exerting in hot, humid weather; this can be dangerous. The American Bulldog requires an experienced owner who has time to train and socialize their dog.
Special Needs: Sensitive Stomachs do not change their food too often. Elevated or raised bowls to avoid bloat. Soften or moisten hard dry dog food possibly soaking overnight, may be necessary. They have sensitive skin therefore only bathe as necessary. Indoor and outdoor adaptive, if outdoors, they must be provided protection from the elements.
Learning Rate: High, intelligent, mostly an independent thinker, living to please their masters.
Problem Solving: High
Obedience: Normal
Living Environment: Indoor or outdoor(with proper shade and water, etc.)
Health Issues: A healthy, hardy dog! Some strains have hip dysplasia, skin allergies or eye problems.
Life Span: 8-15 Years
Litter Size: 6-16
Country of Origin: Great Britain
History: Bulldogs in England were originally working dogs who drove, caught cattle and protected the property. The breeds strength, courage and familiarity with livestock led to its popularity in the brutal sport of bull baiting. When this sport was outlawed in England, the original type of Bulldog disappeared from Britain and was replaced with the shorter, stockier, less athletic dog we know as the English Bulldog. The Original Bulldog, however, was preserved by working class immigrants who brought their dogs with them to the American South. Small Farmers and Ranchers used this well rounded working dog for the majority of their tasks! By the end of WWII, the breed was almost extinct. Mr. John D. Johnson, a war veteran decided to resurrect this breed. Along with Alan Scott and several other breeders wanting to preserve this breed. Johnson began to record and carefully breed American Bulldogs, always with an eye for maintaining the breeds health and work abilities.
Class: Rare Working
Registries: NKC & ABA
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